Cracked Crab Cheese Bread

Introduction: Indulge in the irresistible combination of creamy cheese, succulent crab meat, and crusty French bread with this delightful Cracked Crab Cheese Bread. Perfect as an appetizer for parties or a savory snack for any occasion, this cheesy bread is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients:

• 1 (8 oz) Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 (8 oz) Can of Crab Meat
• 1 cup Shredded Colby Jack Cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• 2 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
• 1 Loaf of French Bread, sliced in the middle then the middle of the bread hulled
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare:
   • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Cheese and Crab:
   • In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded Colby Jack cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese until well combined.
   • Mix in the crab meat until evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
3. Prepare Bread:
   • Place the French loaf bread onto the prepared cookie sheet.
   • Hollow out the middle of the bread, creating a cavity to fill with the crab mixture.
4. Fill and Bake:
   • Fill the hollowed-out bread with the crab mixture, spreading it evenly.
   • Top with additional cheese for an extra cheesy topping.
   • Place the filled bread into the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the bread has toasted.
5. Garnish and Serve:
   • Once baked, remove the Cracked Crab Cheese Bread from the oven.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
   • Slice the bread and serve warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: Not required
Kcal per serving: Approximately 250 kcal
Servings: Makes 8 servings